Sitka gear
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I have recently got hold of a Jetstream Sitka jacket (Best jacket I have owned so far). I got a large and it fits well. I am 6ft and around 95kg
devon deer stalker
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I have the dew point, as well as the Jetstream, you should be fine, yes there are an 'athletic fit' but as long as you don't have a huge beer belly it will work.
The dew point can be a little noisy though.
The Jetstream, I live in mine, only issue are the pocket zips, they have started to fail, but the main zip is fine
The dew point can be a little noisy though.
The Jetstream, I live in mine, only issue are the pocket zips, they have started to fail, but the main zip is fine
Impressed with the Jetstream so far. May have to get the non camo version also. Interesting about the zips. Yet to have a problem but will bear it in mind moving forward.
devon deer stalker
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Other pocket gone the same, but in fairness I've had it a while, and it is my favourite jacket.
I also bought the plain green jacket.
@the scudd I forgot to mention the few point is quite short down the back, I rarely use it but if I were on the hill all day it is useful.
I also bought the plain green jacket.
@the scudd I forgot to mention the few point is quite short down the back, I rarely use it but if I were on the hill all day it is useful.
Malxwal
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Have a couple Sitka items, a waterproof jacket (thin, single layer) and a couple of the fleece lined zip from hoodies. I'm 6'2" and about 97kg.
Large is a good, fit, but quite "fitted". XL has a lot more room, which due to the fitted style feels a bit big, but great for getting layers under.
Large is a good, fit, but quite "fitted". XL has a lot more room, which due to the fitted style feels a bit big, but great for getting layers under.
I wouldn’t exactly describe myself as athletic
you say it is noisy that would put me off
The Jetstream is pretty quiet.
I have 2 of their older jackets,I usually take a xl but their xxl fits good, first one i bought from Cabelas when we lived in Canada.The main zip started to fail very occasionally after a couple years so i sent it back to Sitka and they said they would send me a new one but didn't make that model anymore so let me pick another model and said they would send once in back in stock.Now hunting season was about to start so i called them back and they said they would post me back the old jacket to use till the new one turned up. This was in about 2009 and I still used both jackets all the time,zip sometimes sticks but not much.Superb product and superb service
TommyPro555
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I’m 5’8” with a 38/40” chest and I wear a Woolpower base, a Sitka Core Merino, then Sitka Ambient jacket (brilliant and super quiet plus showerproof) all in Medium. Then I can top with either a Jetstream M for wind or a Thunderhead M for wet - both of which are excellent for their purpose, if a touch noisy but not enough to be an issue. I also have an Incinerator jacket for super cold - a USA purchase as no one stocks enough Sitka here in the UK. Can’t even get the Timberline pant in green here.
I’d say find your size and stick with it for all your layers. You can always exchange if you’re buying from a UK stockist - who do you recommend btw? All seem to have a limited selection at best.
I’d say find your size and stick with it for all your layers. You can always exchange if you’re buying from a UK stockist - who do you recommend btw? All seem to have a limited selection at best.
Have you looked at Bushwear? They seem to stock the Timberline amongst quite a good selection of Sitka gear. I am hoping there will be more stockists of it soon as I have taken quite a liking to the Jetstream and although not "waterproof", I remained dry for a week whilst in Ireland.
These?
Sitka Timberline Pant Deep Lichen
This softshell pant is the go-to for those tough mid-to-late season conditions in the backcountry. Constructed with ultra-durable 4-way stretch polyester with double reinforced ripstop nylon knees and seat are both waterproof and breathable. Removable articulated knee pads ensure durability and...
www.bushwear.co.uk
TommyPro555
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Ah great thank you! A Google search didn’t bring them up before. I’ll go and explore
I'm 6'4" (193cm), 82 kg with 44" chest. Went for a Sitka Thunder jacket in XL to go over my Kuiu down jacket as their Churagh jacket is VERY thin - idea being to have a totally waterproof robust outer for prolonged stalking in wet cold conditions. Found it true to size, not too big and so far, is working very well 
TommyPro555
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OMG I never saw Bushwear had this much Sitka stock available - a huge selection, best in UK. Unfortunately the Timberline pant in Lichen is out of stock so it’ll have to be a KUIU Encounter for the winter. Btw my core is Icebreaker - dunno why I said Woolpower - but Santa might upgrade me to Sitka core this Christmas 
TommyPro555
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Oops / meant to say BIG thank you!
TommyPro555
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Well, everyone was out of stock and no delivery date on what SITKA gear I wanted so I went back to FSA (sales@fineshootingaccessories.com) where I'd originally bouight everything at The Stalkers Show last year.
No problem. Ordered what I wanted and 10 days later it's in my cupboard. Brilliant service and hassle free. Way to go!
No problem. Ordered what I wanted and 10 days later it's in my cupboard. Brilliant service and hassle free. Way to go!
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